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SCHOLARSHIP BRIEFS

The following information is based on data received in the past from scholarship donors. This information may change from year to year so be sure to check the current requirements in the Counseling Center. Scholarships are listed in alphabetical order.

 

Academic Scholarship Program / Freshman Leadership Program / Honors Program

Amount: $ Varying

College and Major: Sam Houston State University Various Majors

DEADLINE ! : Received by March 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 22, 1999

Information and requirements: Good character and academic success

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: In top 10 % to 25% of class

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

American Association of Blacks in Energy Scholarship

Amount: $500 to $1,000

College and Major: Any Major: Business, computer, engineering, environ-

mental studies, mathematics, other physical sciences, or other energy-related

disciplines

DEADLINE ! : December 1, 1999 GPISD deadline:

Information and requirements: Hispanic, Native American, or African American;

financial need

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a "B" average

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

 

Web Site:

 

 

American Fire Sprinkler Association (AFSA) Scholarship Contest

Amount: $750 to $3,250

College and Major: Any college, university, or certified trade school - Any major

 

DEADLINE ! : Postmarked by December 3, 1999

Information and requirements: No transcript is required

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes (700-1000 words) and a bibliography

Letters of recommendation: yes

Envelope: no

 

Website: www.sprinklernet.org

Phone: 1-214-349-5965

 

American General Scholarship

Amount: $500 to $1,500

College: Any including Vocational Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : Received by March 1, 2000 GPISD deadline: February 18, 2000

Information and requirements: Good character; Taxable family income less than $50,000

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top third of class but not in the top 10%

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

 

Web Site:

 

Annika Rodriguez Scholarship for Hispanic Students

Amount: Full tuition and a stipend

College and Major: Washington University in St. Louis Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : January 15, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 6, 2000

Information and requirements: Hispanic and apply for admission

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: yes

Envelope: yes

 

Phone: 1-800-638-0700

Web Site: www.wustl.edu

 

E-mail: hispanicsholar@aismail.wustl.edu

 

Association for Compensatory Educators of Texas ACET Scholarship

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : March 18, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 9, 1999

Information and requirements: Students who have participated for at least two years in a

compensatory program such as Algebra AB-CD or TAAS remediation classes or who are

categorized as PEP, ESL, or At Risk are eligible.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: three

Envelope: yes

 

 

Association of Texas Professional Educators Scholarship – Galena Park Chapter

Amount: $500

College and Major: Any college or university - Major in education

DEADLINE! : April 19, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 16, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top quarter of your class

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: none

Envelope: no

 

 

Barbizon Schools of Modeling

Amount: up to $100,000 for tuition for four years

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : Unknown GPISD deadline: none

Information and requirements:

1. Students must first graduate from a Barbizon Modeling School.

2. For more information, contact (561) 369-8600.

There are no applications in the Counseling Center.

 

 

Bay Area Chorus Scholarship

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any college Major in vocal music education and/or performance

DEADLINE ! : February 22, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 17, 1999

Information and requirements:

The competition for this award is open to all high school seniors in the Bay Area who

are ranked in the top half of their class.

The application package must include a letter of recommendation from a choir teacher.

Solo auditions (with your own accompanist) of one song will be held on March 7th in

Clear Lake and the winner will be invited to perform at the Spring Concert on April 10th.

 

 

Bay Area Tall Texans Scholarship / Tall Clubs International

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any two- or four-year college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : May 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 26, 1999

Information and requirements: Must be at least: 5’10" for females and 6’2" for males

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes (on given form)

Letters of recommendation: two (on given forms)

Envelope: yes

 

Baylor Universily Merit Scholarship Awards

Amount: Up to full tuition

College and Major: Baylor University Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : Varies GPISD deadline:

Information and requirements: Apply for admission 1-800-BAYLOR U

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Varies

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: no

 

Web Site: www.baylor.edu/~finaid

 

 

Bently Nevada Corporation Scholarship

Amount: $5,000 ($625 per semester) and another award for books of $250 per

semester (note that this is two different awards for a maximum of four years)

College and Major: Any accredited college or university - Major in mechanical, elec-

trical, or computer engineering or computer science

DEADLINE! : April 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 09, 1999

Information and requirements: Includes employment/internship during summers and

breaks

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Very math oriented

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two to three

Interview: yes

Envelope: yes

 

 

Beta Sigma Phi/ North Channel Area City Council Scholarship

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : May 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 26, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: no (however, there are some short answers required)

Letters of recommendation: one

Envelope: yes

Black History Makers of Tomorrow Essay Contest

Amount: $1,000

College: Any Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : December 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: December 10, 1999

Information and requirements: Leader and Community service

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: yes

Envelope: yes

 

Web Site:

Phone: 713-623-2788

 

Burger King/Mclamore North American Scholarship Program *

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any including vocational/technical Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : January 31, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 10, 2000

Information and requirements: Financial need, work part-time ( at least 15 hr/wk for

40 wks/ yr), good conduct, and co-curricular activities and/or community service

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: 2.5 to 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale) Essay:

Letters of recommendation: two ( from teacher and employer stating that you deserve this

honor)

Envelope: no

 

There is no formal application so you will need to fill out a Senior Information Sheet and

write Burger King Scholarship across the top. Return the completed form along with your

two letters of recommendation by January 10 to Mrs. Stevens in the Counseling Center.

The NSSHS Scholarship Committee will review the applications and select one boy and

one girl to represent NSSHS in the national competition.

Career Colleges and Schools of Texas (CCST) Scholarship

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Various private and career colleges (see Counseling Center for a list of approved schools) - Major in a field of study offered by these schools

DEADLINE! : May 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 19, 1999

Information and requirements: Four students from GPISD will receive this

vocational/technical award

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes (need only to make a brief statement or outline of your desire for this scholar-

ship, plans for the future, what field you would like to study, and what school you would

like to attend)

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

 

Note: There are no applications in the Counseling Center.

 

 

Carr Academic Scholarship Program

Amount: $1,500 to $6,000 a year (yearly eligibility competition)

College and Major: Angelo State University - Any major but preference is given to law, medicine, and education

DEADLINE ! : February 1, 1999 (priority deadline for ASU)

GPISD deadline: January 27, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 15% , ACT: 21 to 25 or SAT: 970 to 1140

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Carr P. Collins Scholars Program

Amount: $3,275 a year (renewable for four years)

College and Major: Baylor University - Any major

DEADLINE ! : January 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: January 26, 1999

Information and requirements: Texas resident for at least one year

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25% and ACT: 28 or SAT: 1250

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: yes

Envelope: yes

(Note: There are more awards available at BU through other scholarship programs that can be acquired by applying for admissions).

 

 

Celebrating Our Elders Essay Scholarship Contest

Amount: from $250 to $1,000

College and Major: Any community college - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 30, 1999

Information and requirements: Anyone may write the essay or poem

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes (two-pages that honor an elder of African-American or Hispanic culture)

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no (since a transcript is not required, you must mail your entry to the given

address YOURSELF).

 

Chinese Professional Club of Houston

Amount: $ 500 to $1500

College and Major: Any accredited college or university in the U. S. - Any major

DEADLINE ! : November 28, 1998 GPISD deadline: November 20, 1998

Information and requirements: Chinese descent

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

 

Coca-Cola Scholars Foundation Program

Amount: $4,000 to $20,000 (renewable over four years at $1,000 to $5,000 per year)

College and Major: Any accredited U. S. college or university - Any major

DEADLINE ! : October 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: October 25, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: Not stated

Envelope: no

SPECIAL NOTE: This particular scholarship requires a certain form that we are not allowed to xerox. If we run out of these applications, you may apply on-line at www.

thecoca-colacompany.com and may obtain more information by calling 1-800-306-2653.

 

 

Columbia East Houston Regional Medical Center Adult Auxiliary Scholarship

Amount: $500 for tuition, books, and lab fees ($250 each semester)

payable for four years only

College and Major: Any college or university - Major in the health care field

DEADLINE! : Received by April 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 26, 1999

Information and requirements: This will be awarded to one North Channel area student

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: three

Envelope: yes

 

Communications Club Journalism Scholarships

Amount: $250 (at least)

College and Major: San Jacinto College Central Campus - Major in journalism

DEADLINE! : May 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 11, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Have at least a "C" average

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Culinary Institute of America "Cream of the Crop" Academic Scholarship

Amount: $1,000 to $5,000 (paid over two semesters, but renewable after the first

semester with a 3.2 grade point average)

College and Major: Culinary Institute of America - Major in culinary arts &/or hospitality

DEADLINE ! : December 15, 1998 GPISD deadline: December 10, 1998

Information and requirements: Outstanding academics and leadership skills ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10%

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: yes

Envelope: yes

Note: Call 1-800-CULINARY. There are no applications in the Counseling Center.

 

DAR Good Citizens Scholarship *

Amount: $250 (State winner) to $3,000 (National Winner)

College and Major: Any Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : Received by Nov. 19, 1999 GPISD deadline: November 11, 1999

Information and requirements: Dependable, Leader, Service-oriented, Patriotic

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes (timed—make an appointment with Mrs. Lubbat)

Letters of recommendation: one by a person not affiliated with school

Envelope: no

 

Delta Delta Delta/Sollberger High School Senior Scholarship-Houston Chapter

Amount: $1,000 annually for four years ($500 per fall and spring semester ) -

maximum of $4,000 per recipient over four year period

College and Major: Any accredited Texas university or college - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 26, 1999

Information and requirements: Female

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 50% and SAT:1000 or ACT: 20

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: no

 

 

DeVry Institutes of Technology – Dean’s and Presidential Scholarships

Amount: from $1,000 per term (Dean’s) and up to nearly $40,000 a year for full-

tuition (Presidential) - both are renewable

College and Major: DeVry Institutes of Technology (various locations) - Major in

Electronics Engineering Technology, Electronics Technician, Computer Information

Systems, Telecommunications Management, Business Administration, or Accounting

DEADLINE ! : February 18, 2000 – Dean’s GPISD deadline: February 11, 2000

March 13, 2000 – Presidential GPISD deadline: March 6, 2000

Information and requirements: Academic achievement, U.S. citizen or permanent resident

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 1100 or ACT: 24

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

 

Dream Foundation "Dream Come True" Scholarship

Amount: $1,000 per year

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : May 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 26, 1999

Information and requirements: Based on academics and community service

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Must have at least a "B" average

Essay: yes (on given form)

Letters of recommendation: one (no more than 100 words that reflects the student’s

"personal drive") along with a community service verification letter (on given forms)

Envelope: yes

 

Dr. Pepper Bottling Company Scholarship

Amount: $500

College and Major: Any college Any major

DEADLINE ! : May 24, 1999

Information and requirements: Submit a Senior Information Sheet

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Must have at least a "C" average

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

Education America-Houston-Achievers

Amount: $500 to $2,500

College and Major: Education America – Houston Campus - Major in Computer Infor-

mation Systems, Electronics and Computer Engineering Technology, Business Tech-

nology, and Medical Assisting

DEADLINE! : March 30, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 26, 1999

Information and requirements: A technical/ vocational school that requires only the ASSET

test which measures competency in reading, math, and language

 

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Interview: yes (finalists only)

Envelope: yes

 

 

Educational Communications Scholarship Foundation

Amount: $1,000 (a one-time grant towards tuition or school loans only)

College and Major: Any accredited college or university - Any major

DEADLINE ! : Received by May 31, 2000 GPISD deadline:

Information and requirements: U.S. citizen

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Must take ACT or SAT

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

 

 

EF Global Citizen Award

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Unknown

DEADLINE!: February 8, 1999

Information and requirements: Interested in traveling

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

 

Emory Scholar Program Awards

Amount: $ Varying

College and Major: Emory University (Atlanta, Georgia) - Any major

DEADLINE ! : November 15, 1998 GPISD deadline: November 11, 1998

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: yes

Envelope: yes

 

 

Equistar Chemicals Company Math and Science Scholarship

Amount: $1,000 each for one year (for tuition, books, and fees)

College and Major: Any college or university - Major in math or science,

math or science education, or a related field

DEADLINE! : May 12, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 7, 1999

Information and requirements: There will be a math scholarship and a science scholarship.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Scholastic performance is important

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

 

Envelope: no

 

 

Ex-Students' Association/Texas Leader Scholarships for the University of Texas at Austin

Amount: Cannot exceed $10,000 per year

College and Major: University of Texas at Austin - Any major

DEADLINE ! : February 1,1999 GPISD deadline: January 26, 1999

Information and requirements: Leadership potential

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: yes

 

Envelope: yes

 

Fina/Dallas Morning News All-State Scholar-Athlete Team Scholarship

Amount: $500 to $4,000

College and Major: Any Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : December 13, 1999 GPISD deadline: December 6, 1999

Information and requirements: Varsity letter in a UIL sport, Leadership, School and

community service

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and at least a 90 average

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Web Site:

Note: Athletic ability is not a factor in selection.

 

 

Footaction USA Hooked on Sports Scholarship

Amount: $1,000 to &10,000 (one-time award)

College and Major: Any accredited educational institution - Any major

DEADLINE ! : January 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: January 11, 1999

Information and requirements: Sports participation

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Used in selection of winner

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: yes

 

Envelope: yes

 

 

 

Foundation Excellence Awards

Amount: up to $2,000 per year for up to four years

College and Major: Texas A&M University - Any major

DEADLINE! : Received by March 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 26, 1999

Information and requirements: There will be 100 awards for students from traditionally

underrepresented groups, minorities, and economically or educationally disadvantaged

backgrounds and to those who have already submitted an admission application to ATM

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes (2)

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

Web site: www.tamu.edu/foundation

 

Fraternal Order of Eagles Scholarship (San Jacinto)

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any college or university or technical school - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 9, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

 

 

Galena Park Area Council of PTA Scholarship

Amount: $500 ($250 a semester)

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major (academic or vocational)

DEADLINE! : March 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 26, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Interview: yes (six finalists only)

Envelope: no

 

 

Galena Park Classroom Teachers Association Scholarship

Amount: $300

College and Major: Any college or university - Major in education

DEADLINE! : April 23, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 20, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: three

Envelope: no

 

 

Galena Park Educational Paraprofessionals Association Scholarship (GPEPA)

Amount: $300

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 22, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 15,1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: no (but there is a brief short answer)

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: no

 

Galena Park Teachers Federal Credit Union Scholarship

Amount: $2,500 ($625 per semester for two years)

College and Major: Any college or university Any major

DEADLINE! : May 24, 1999

Information and requirements: Senior Information Sheet is used as the application

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% of the class

Essay: yes (one page explaining the need for this award)

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

George & Mary Josephine Hamman Foundation

Amount: $12,000

College and Major: Any Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : Received by Feb. 29, 2000 GPISD deadline: February 18, 2000

Information and requirements: Financial need and academic achievement

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

Address: 910 Travis Suite 1990 Houston, Tx. 77002

 

George R. Faenza Scholarship/Society of Performers, Artists, Athletes, and Celebrities for Space Exploration, Inc. (SPAACSE)

Amount: $1,000 (also includes an all-expenses paid trip to Washington, D. C.

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 12, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 07, 1999

Information and requirements: Must have made contributions to space education

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: three

Envelope: yes

 

 

Georgia Tech President’s Scholarship

Amount: Up to $10,500/yr

College and Major: Georgia Tech Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : October 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: October 24, 1999

Information and requirements: Submit admission application; history of leadership

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: No minimum

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: no

Website: www.gatech.edu

 

Gregory Scott Davis Memorial Foundation Scholarship

Amount: $4,000 ($1,000 each year for up to four years)

College and Major: Any university, college, vocational, or trade school in the electrical or

industrial safety fields - Major in electronics, electrical engineering, industrial

safety, chemical safety and health, occupational safety management, or related fields

DEADLINE! : March 30, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 26, 1999

Information and requirements: Awarded to one student from one of the five North Channel

high schools

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Interview: yes (finalists only)

Envelope: yes

 

 

Gulf Coast Mensa Scholarship Essay Contest (a local, district, and national contest)

Amount: $100 to $1,000

College and Major: Any accredited U. S. college or university - Any major

DEADLINE ! : January 31, 1999

Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or legal resident of U.S.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

 

 

Gulf Coast Regional Blood Center Scholarship

Amount: $250

College and Major: Any college Major : Medicine, Nursing, Medical Technology

DEADLINE ! : February 15, 2000 GPISD deadline: February 8, 2000

Information and requirements:

 

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Must take ACT or SAT

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: one (from a science or health occupations teacher)

Envelope: yes

 

Gulf Coast Section of the Society of Petroleum Engineers/Houston SPE Auxiliary Scholarship Program – Engineers for Tomorrow

Amount: $2,000

College and Major: Any accredited college Major: Career in the petroleum industry

DEADLINE ! : Received by February 14, 2000 GPISD deadline: February 7, 2000

Information and requirements: Strong in math and science; Applied to the science or

engineering program of a university for the fall semester, 2000

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.0 GPA on 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)

and SAT: 1100

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

Interview: yes

 

Phone: 713-977-7892

HBU Harold B. Dement Scholarship

Amount: $3,000\per year renewable for four years

College and Major: Houston Baptist University Any Major

DEADLINE! : May 24, 1999

Information and requirements: U.S. citizen

ACT\SAT\Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letter of recommendation: one from a teacher

Inteview: yes

Envelop: no

 

 

 

HBU Paul Smith Scholarship

Amount: $3,000\per year renewable for four years

College and Major: Houston Baptist University Any Major

DEADLINE! : Unknown

Information and requirements: Economic need and U.S. citizen

ACT\SAT\Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letter of recommendation: no

Envelop: no

 

If you qualify, you may apply for both of the following Houston Livestock Scholarships. However, you can win only one. For these applications, instructions are detailed and specific. Read and follow ALL of the directions!

 

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Metropolitan Scholarship

Amount: $10,000 (over four years - $1,250 per semester)

College and Major: Any Texas college or university Any major that has a

curriculum that leads to a bachelor's degree

DEADLINE ! : Received by April 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 22, 1999

Information and requirements: The scholarship committee will select four applicants to be

submitted to represent the school in this competition.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Ranked in the first quarter of your class and have a

minimum score of 900 on the SAT or 20 on the ACT

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: three (only the four finalists selected by the committee will

be required to submit these letters)

Envelope: no

 

 

 

Houston Livestock Show and Rodeo Opportunity Scholarship (formerly "Go Tejano")

Amount: $10,000 (over four years - $1,250 per semester)

College and Major: Any Texas college or university Any major that has a

curriculum that leads to a bachelor's degree

DEADLINE ! : Received by April 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 24, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 50% of your class with an overall minimum grade

point average of a "B" and have a minimum score of 800 on the SAT or 18 on the ACT

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: three

Envelope: no

 

 

Houston Training Schools ACE Scholarship

Amount: $800

College and Major: Houston Training School - Major in any field of study offered by

this school

DEADLINE! : May 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 19, 1999

Information and requirements: Twelve students from each high school will receive this

vocational/technical award

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes (need only to make a brief statement or outline of your desire for this scholar-

ship, plans for the future, and what field you would like to study

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

Note: There are no applications in the Counseling Center.

Imagine America Scholarship Program from the Career Training Foundation

Amount: $1,000 (tuition only)

College and Major: Any participating career school (See list of the 325 participating

schools in the Counseling Center) - Major in any field offered by school

DEADLINE! : May 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 19, 1999

Information and requirements: Two awards will be given

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes (only a brief statement of your desire for this award and your future plans)

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

Note: There are no applications in the Counseling Center.

 

 

Inroads

Amount: $ Varying

College and Major : Any four-year college or university - Major in Business,

Engineering, or Liberal Arts

DEADLINE ! : Unknown GPISD deadline:

Information and requirements: Four year internship program for African-American,

Hispanic, and Native American high school seniors

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% or at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale) and ACT: 20 or SAT: 800

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

Phone: (713) 752-2920

Web Site: www.inroadsinc.org

 

J. Clarence Karcher Scholarships

Amount: $500 to $1,000 per year (renewable)

College and Major: University of Oklahoma - Major in physics, astronomy,

astrophysics, or engineering physics

DEADLINE! : March 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 9, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Jack and Jill of America, Inc./ Greater Channel Chapter Scholarship

Amount: $500

College and Major: Any accredited college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : May 11, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 06, 1999

Information and requirements: Minority students only

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: one

Envelope: yes

 

Note: you must also include a photo with your application

 

Jacques DeMolay Lodge Scholarship Fund

Amount: $500

College and Major: Any accredited college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 26, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 2.5 GPA a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0

scale) and a copy of your ACT or SAT score report

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two (one from a non-teaching adult and one from a teacher)

Envelope: yes

 

 

James Beard Foundation Scholarship

Amount: $ Varying

College and Major: Various culinary and cooking schools - Major in culinary arts

(check in the Counseling Center for a list of the approved schools)

DEADLINE! : April 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 09, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

 

 

Jesse H. and Mrs. Mary Gibbs Jones Scholarships

Amount: $12,000 ($3,000 per year for four consecutive years)

College and Major: Any four-year accredited college or university Any major

DEADLINE ! : Received by March 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 19, 1999

Note: All applications must be received in the Counseling Center by 2:00 p. m.! If you are not on campus the last period of the day, you must turn in your application before you leave school.

Information and requirements: Two to five scholarship winners.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: No minimum stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: one

Envelope: no

 

Jesse H. Jones School of Business @ Texas Southern University

Amount: $2,200 a year for the silver award or $5,200 a year for the gold award

College and Major : Texas Southern University - Major in any field of business

DEADLINE ! : Unknown

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Gold Award—At least a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale and a 22 on

ACT or 1200 on SAT. Silver Award—At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale and a 20

on ACT or 1000 on SAT. Note: GPISD is on a 5.0 GPA scale

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

John B. Ervin Scholars Program for Black Americans

Amount: $ Full tuition (quoted as $23,430) with an annual stipend of $2,500

College and Major: Washington University (St. Louis, Missouri) Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : Received by January 15, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 8, 2000

Information and requirements: African-American, Academic excellence, Leadership skills,

and community service

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes--two

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

Website: www.wustl.edu

 

Kristie Dawn Martin Memorial Scholarship

Amount: $500 (in two equal installments for the following fall and spring semesters)

College and Major: Any accredited two- or four-year college, university, or vocational-

technical school - Any major

DEADLINE ! : March 2, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 25, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Minimum GPA of 3.5 on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0

scale)

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: one

Envelope: no

Lamar University Academic Scholarship Program

Amount: $500 to $15,000

College and Major: Lamar University Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : Received by February 1, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 25, 2000

Information and requirements: Awards primarily based upon academic achievement

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

 

Web Site:

Phone: 1-490-880-1714

 

Lamar University College of Engineering Scholarship

Amount: Up to $18,000

College and Major: Lamar University Major: Computer Science, Engineering, or

Mathematics

DEADLINE ! : Unknown GPISD deadline:

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% of class and SAT: 1100

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

 

Phone: 1-409-880-8741 Fax: 1-409-880-8121

E-mail: hopperjr@hal.lamar.edu

 

Lamar University Honors Program – McMaster Scholarships

Amount: $8,000 ($1,000 per semester for four years) to $10,000 ($1,250 per semester

for four years)

College and Major: Lamar University (in Beaumont) - Any major

DEADLINE ! : February 26, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 23, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 1200 and strong GPA

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Lynn Murray Scholarship

Amount: $500 per semester renewable for four years

College and Major: Any college Any major

DEADLINE! : May 24, 1999

Information and requirements: U.S. citizen

ACT\SAT\Rank requirements: None stated

 

Essay: no

Letter of Recommendation: no

Envelop: no

 

 

Lyondell Petrochemical Company Scholarship (formerly ARCO)

Amount: $1,000 each for one year (for tuition, books, and fees)

College and Major: Any college or university - Major in data processing,

electronics technology, industrial safety, instrumentation, pre-engineering, process

technology, engineering, industrial safety, chemistry, or education in math or science

(all of the above can lead to employment in the petrochemical industry)

DEADLINE! : May 12, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 7, 1999

Information and requirements: Two scholarships will be awarded.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Scholastic performance is important.

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

 

 

 

MAES Scholarship- Society of Merican American Engineers and Scientists

Amount: $1,000 to $2,000

College and Major: Any college or university - Major in engineering, science,

math, and computer science

DEADLINE! : Received by May 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 19, 1999

Information and requirements: You do not have to be Hispanic to apply.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

 

Mary Rose Free Scholarship

Amount: $750

College and Major: Any college or university - Major in library science or education

DEADLINE! : April 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 09, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: three

Envelope: no

 

 

MTI College of Business and Technology 1999 Tuition Scholarships

Amount: $13,000 ($2,600 per module for each of the five semesters based upon

satisfactory academic progress)

College and Major: MTI College of Business and Technology (in Houston and

Friendswood, Texas) - Major in business or electronics

DEADLINE ! : January 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: January 14, 1999

Information and requirements: Must take MTI scholarship exam

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

 

National High School Essay Contest on the United Nations

Amount: $200 to $1,000

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 1, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

 

 

National FFA Organization - College and Vocational/Technical School Scholarship Program

Amount: $ Varying (must be used for tuition, fees, books, and equipment required

for classes)

College and Major: Any two-year and/or four-year college or university or vocational/

/technical school - Varying major specifications; most require a major in any area of

agribusiness or agriculture

DEADLINE ! : February 16, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 11, 1999

Information and requirements: Over 200 scholarships for FFA students; scholarship

guidebook in Counseling Center

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

Navy 2000 ROTC Scholarship Program

Amount: $80,000 to $90,000

College and Major: Any with ROTC Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : Received by January 31, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 21, 2000

Information and requirements: U.S. citizen and be 17 yrs old by Sept 1 and less that 21 yrs

old on June 30 of the year starting college

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: SAT: 530 Verbal & 520 Math or ACT: 22 English & 22 math

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

 

Phone: 713-953-5979 or 1-800-861-3300

 

Nelson Scholars Program

Amount: $12,000

College and Major: Texas A&M Major: Petroleum Engineering

DEADLINE ! : Unknown GPISD deadline:

Information and requirements: Academic achievement

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: 1300 SAT or 30 ACT or Commended/Semi-finalist on PSAT

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

 

Web Site: http://pumpjack.tamu.edu

 

Nolan Moore Memorial Education Foundation Scholarships

Amount: $1,000

College: Any Major: Printing technology or management

DEADLINE ! : May 1, 2000 GPISD deadline: April 20, 2000

Information and requirements: Financial need; good academic performance

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

 

Web Site:

Phone: 1-800-788-2040

 

 

North Houston Frontiers Club Scholarship

Amount: $1,000 each for 4 years

College and Major: Any accredited four year college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : March 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 26, 1999

Information and requirements: Minority students only

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Interview: yes (finalists only)

Envelope: yes

 

 

North Shore Rotary Club Academic Scholarship

Amount: $4,000 (over four years)

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 09, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: one (recommended)

Envelope: no

 

 

North Shore Rotary Club Vocational/Technical Scholarship

Amount: $600 ($300 each semester for one year)

College and Major: San Jacinto College North - Any field in the technical or

vocational program at SJCN

DEADLINE! : April 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 09, 1999

Information and requirements: Two scholarships will be awarded.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes (brief)

Letters of recommendation: one (recommended)

Envelope: no

 

Oiltanking Houston, Inc. Scholarship

Amount: $1,500

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 09,1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Interview: yes

Envelope: no

 

P.L.A.T.O. Scholarship

Amount: $1,000 to $5,000

College and Major: Any accredited two- or four-year college or university -

Any major

DEADLINE! : April 30, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 26, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 2.75 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0

scale)

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

Note: Call 1-800-263-3527 or visit www.plato.org for applications.

 

 

Papa John's Scholars Program

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any accredited college or university - Any major

DEADLINE ! : February 6, 1999 GPISD deadline: January 29, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 2.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0

scale)

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

 

Paradise Scholarship Fund, Inc./Paradise Cemeteries

Amount: from $500 to $1,000

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major DEADLINE! : April 16, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 09, 1999

Information and requirements: At least a C+ average

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: one

Envelope: yes

 

 

Phillips Minority Scholars Program

Amount: $ Possibility of full tuition for four years

College and Major : University of Oklahoma - priority consideration given to those

majoring in accounting, business, chemistry, computer science, finance, geosciences,

management information systems, mathematics, chemical, mechanical, and petroleum

engineering

DEADLINE ! : February 1, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 24, 2000

Information and requirements: African American, American Indian, or Hispanic American

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)

and ACT: 25 or SAT: 1300

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

 

Prairie View Alumni Chapter Scholarship-Houston

Amount: Unknown

College and Major: Prairie View A&M University - Any major

DEADLINE ! : March 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 23, 1999

Information and requirements:

 

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Minimum GPA of 2.45 on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0

scale)

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

 

 

Princeton Review and Time Magazine’s Third Annual "Been There, Done That" National Contest

Amount: $1,000 college scholarship and /or prizes and awards

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

Deadline!; May 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: none

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes (Can be a poem, song, short story, essay, or comic strip)

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

 

Principal's Leadership Award from the National Association of Secondary School Principals and Herff Jones, Inc.

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any accredited university or college - Any major leading to a

bachelor's degree

DEADLINE ! : December 11, 1998 GPISD deadline: December 7, 1998

Information and requirements: Outstanding leadership

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 20% of class

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Propeller Club of the United States/Port of Houston, TX Scholarship

Amount: $2,000 ($500 each semester during the first two years of study)

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : March 8, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 2, 1999

Information and requirements: A family member must be employed in an industry directly related to Port of Houston activity

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Public Service Essay Contest--Houston

Amount: $ Varying (from a $200 U. S. savings bond to a $3,000 scholarship)

College and Major: Any college or university Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : March 11, 2000 GPISD deadline:

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

 

R. C. Easley National Scholarship Program by the National Academy of American Scholars

Amount: $ Varying from $2,000 to $10,000 (renewable for 3 more years) and some $200 non-renewable awards

College and Major: Any accredited four year university or college - Any major that

leads to the pursuit of a bachelor's degree

DEADLINE ! : Received by February 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 10, 1999

Information and requirements: Academic excellence, U.S. citizen or permanent resident

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a "C" average

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: one to five

Envelope: yes

Web site: www.naas.org

 

Radio Shack/Tandy Technology Scholars Awards

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE ! : October 9, 1998 GPISD deadline: October 1, 1998

Information and requirements: Excel in mathematics, science, or computer science

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: yes

Envelope: yes

 

RMHC/HACER Scholarship Program in partnership with Ronald McDonald House Charities, McDonald's franchises, and Hispanic American Commitment to Educational Resources "Por todo lo que has hecho, y todo lo que puedes hacer"

Amount: $1,000 to $10,000 (dependent upon the participating area)

College and Major: Any two- or four-year institution - Any major

DEADLINE ! : February 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: January 27, 1999

Information and requirements: Hispanic and U.S. citizen or permanent resident

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: yes

Envelope: yes

 

 

Robert C. Byrd Honors Scholarship Program

Amount: $ Unknown.

College and Major: Any college or university in the U. S. eligible for Title IV programs (not

applicable for students attending military academies) - Any major

DEADLINE! : Received by March 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 04, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and ACT: 24 or SAT: 1000

ssay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

Additional note: IF your U. S. Representative is Gene Green, the answer to question #4

on the application is #29. To be certain if the federal congressional district number is

correct, you must call (713) 224-1919.

ROTC Scholarships (Army, Air Force, Marines, Navy)

Amount: $ Amounts vary widely but can offer up to a four-year full tuition plus a monthly stipend (total is worth up to an approximate value of $80,000)

College and Major: Any college with a ROTC unit - Any major

 

DEADLINE ! : December 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: November 15, 1999

Information and requirements: Students must meet physical and academic standards and

be a citizen of the U. S. Students must also meet age requirements as well as certain

scores on the ACT or SAT while being in the top portion of their class. After college,

students will begin a four year commitment of active duty in the military as a commis-

sioned officer or ensign in the branch they have chosen. Talk to a recruiter on campus or

call:

Army - 1-800-USA-ROTC

Navy or - 1-800-USA-NAVY and/or

Marines (713)953-5979 or 1-800-861-3300

Air Force - 1-800-522-0033 (ext. 2091) or (409) 845-8405/7611

You may also visit with your recruiter about other funds that are available through the G. I.

Bill. You can call 1-800-893-LEAD for more information about full scholarships

through appointments to the military academies, including the U. S. Military Academy (at

West Point), the U. S. Naval Academy (at Anapolis), and the U. S. Air Force Academy (at

Colorado Springs). These are awarded on a competitive basis.

 

SAE (Society of Automotive Engineers) Engineering Scholarship Program

Amount: $ Varying

College and Major: There are scholarships for undesignated schools (any

college) and some for specific universities - Major must be any accredited engineering

or science program

DEADLINE ! : December 1,1998 GPISD deadline: November 18, 1998

Information and requirements: U.S. citizen

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)

and a high ACT or SAT score None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

 

Sam Houstont State University

Amount: $1,000 to $8,000

College and Major: Sam Houston State University Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : March 1, 2000 GPISD deadline: February 23, 2000

Information and requirements: Admitted to Sam Houston

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least 1010: SAT or 21: ACT and in top 25% of class

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two (special recommendation forms)

Envelope: yes

 

Interview: yes

 

Sam Houston State University Biology and Environmental Science Academic Scholarship

Amount: $2,500 ($1,250 each for two semesters)

College and Major: Sam Houston State University - Major in biology or environ-

mental science (pre-medical and pre-dental students majoring in biology are also

eligible)

DEADLINE ! : February 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: January 26, 1999

Information and requirements: Achievement in science and math

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 25% and ACT: 24 or Sat: 1000

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

Note: There are other scholarships within this department at SHSU. If interested, contact the Chair of the Department of Biological Sciences at (409) 294-1540.

 

 

Sam Walton Community Leader Awards Scholarship Program

Amount: $1,000 ($500 for both the fall and spring semesters and can be used only

for tuition, fees, books, and/or room and board)

College and Major: Any accredited college or university - Any major

DEADLINE ! : January 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: January 26, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: High academic achievements

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

San Jacinto College Central Cheerleading Scholarships

Amount: $ Unknown

College and Major: San Jacinto College Central Campus - Any major

DEADLINE! : May 19, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 14, 1999

Information and requirements: For both men and women (even without experience)

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: two (at least)

Envelope: yes

Note: There are no applications in the Counseling Center. Call 281-476-1426, x1426 for more information and an application.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

San Jacinto College North Campus Science Scholarships

Amount: $ Unknown ( will cover the costs of tuition and fees and the free usage of

textbooks during the fall and spring semesters)

College and Major: San Jacinto College North - Any major with physics class

DEADLINE! : Received by May 12, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 7, 1999

Information and requirements: Pre-calculus or Calculus required

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 23 on the ACT (math and English scores must be

no less than 19) or a 1070 on the SAT (math and verbal scores must be no less than

500)

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

 

San Jacinto College North Halliburton Grant/Scholarships for Summer ‘99

Amount: at least $200

College and Major: San Jacinto College North Campus - Must major in elec-

tronics technology – also opportunities in other vocational/technical certificate programs

in welding, construction, electrical, drafting, electronics, and electronic instrumentation

DEADLINE! : ASAP (for the first 10 applicants in electronics technology) - deadline for

other awards is unknown GPISD deadline: three days before desired mailing

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: none

Envelope: yes

 

San Jacinto Pilot Club Scholarship

Amount: $500

College and Major: Any Texas college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : Received by April 5, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 29, 1999

Information and requirements: Females only

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: three

Envelope: yes

 

 

Scantron Future Educators of America Scholarship Competition

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any Major: Education

DEADLINE ! : January 21, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 13, 2000

Information and requirements: Texas resident

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)

Essay: yes (500 words)

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Web Site: www.scantron.com

 

Seminole Pipeline Company Scholarship Program and Scholarship Management Services

Amount: $1,000 (in two equal installments during one year)

College and Major: Any college, university, or technical school in U. S. Any Major

DEADLINE ! : March 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 23, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes (may be brief on the application form)

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Smith-Hutson College of Business Administration Scholarships

Amount: up to $7,500 per year (for four years)

College and Major: Sam Houston State University - Major in business

DEADLINE! : April 23, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 20, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Interview: yes

Envelope: yes

 

Southern Texas PGA Foundation Scholarship

Amount: $1,000 to $10,000

College and Major: Any accredited college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : Received by April 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 07, 1999

Information and requirements: Interest in golf

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Must have a 2.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0

scale)

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: one - from a PGA professional (voluntary)

Envelope: yes

 

Southern University College of Engineering Scholarships

Amount: $Unknown

College and Major: Southern University - Major in Engineering

DEADLINE ! : March 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 23, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale

(GPISD is on a 5.0 scale) and a minimum ACT score of 21 or SAT score of 990.

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

 

 

Southwestern University Scholarship Opportunities

Amount: Up to full tuition

College and Major: Southwestern Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : January 15, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 7, 2000

Information and requirements: Must apply for admission

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least top 25%, SAT: 1200 or ACT: 27

Essay:

Interview: yes (for competitive academic scholarships)

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

 

Web Site: www.southwestern.edu

Phone: 1-800-252-3166

 

St. Thomas Scholarship Opportunities

Amount: $ Varies

College and Major: University of St. Thomas (in Houston) Any major

DEADLINE ! : February 1, 2000 but apply asap because some scholarships will be awarded this fall GPISD deadline: 3 school days before desired postmark

Information and requirements: Must apply for admission

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Varies for each scholarship

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Interview:

Envelope: no

Phone: (713) 525-3500.

 

Stephen F. Austin University Scholars Scholarship Awards

Amount: $2,000 per year (for 4 years)

College and Major: Stephen F. Austin State University - Major in a field within the

colleges of Applied Arts and Sciences, Business, Education, Fine Arts, Forestry, Liberal

Arts, Science and Mathematics

DEADLINE ! : February 1, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 25, 2000

Information and requirements: Must apply for admission

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Act: 27 or SAT: 1200

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Interview: yes

Envelope: yes

To request an appplication and scholarship packet, send your name and address ASAP

to the following address:

ATTN: 6079 University Scholars Program (ACC 517951)

Stephen F. Austin State University, Box 13056, Nacogdoches, TX 75962-9989.

 

 

 

Student Foundation Association’s Leadership Scholarship

Amount: $800 ($400 for each semester)

College and Major: Stephen F. Austin State University - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 09, 1999

Information and requirements: Outstanding leadership qualities and background

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

 

 

Tau Kappa Epsilon Fraternity Triangle Achievement Scholarship @ UH

Amount: $500

College and Major: University of Houston -. Any major

DEADLINE! : May 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 26, 1999

Information and requirements: Male students only

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Academics, leadership, clubs, and athletics

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

 

Tau Kappa Epsilon International Fraternity/Rho Rho Chapter of Sam Houston State University presents the Golden Triangle Awards

Amount: $500

College and Major: Sam Houston State University - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 26, 1999

Information and requirements: For male students who have been strong in academics

and participated in organized athletics – not obligated to join the fraternity

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: one

Envelope: yes

Texas A&M University-Level Scholarships

Amount: $10,000 up to Full Tuition

College and Major: Texas A&M Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : Received by January 7, 2000 GPISD deadline: December 16, 1999

Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or permanent resident

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: 1300 SAT or 30 ACT or National Merit Commended or

Semifinalist

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

 

Web Site: www.honors.tamu.edu

 

Phone: 1-409-845-1957

 

Texas A & M University Opportunity Award

Amount: $ 500 to $2,500/yr

College and Major: Texas A&M University Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : January 15, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 7, 2000

Information and requirements: U.S. citizen or permanent resident

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

 

Web Site: www.faid.tamu.edu

 

Phone: 1-409-845-3982

 

 

Web site: www.tamu.edu/admissions

There are no applications in the Counseling Center.

 

Texas Lutheran University Pacesetter Award for College Excellence (PACE)

Amount: Ranges from $16,000 to $40,000 over four years

College and Major: Texas Lutheran University (in Seguin) - Any major

DEADLINE ! : February 8, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 4, 1999

Information and requirements: This is a competitive event on the TLU campus. Those who

engage in this competition are guaranteed the minimum scholarship amount of $4,000

per year.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)

and ACT: 27 or SAT: 1200

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: one

Envelope: no

Note: For more information, call 1-800-771-8521

 

Texas Tech University Merit Scholarships

Amount: $2,000 to $40,000

College and Major: Texas Tech University Any major

DEADLINE ! : March 1, 2000 GPISD deadline: February 23, 2000

Information and requirements:

 

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and at least 24 ACT or 1100 SAT

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

Phone: 1-806-742-3144

Web Site: www.fina.ttu.edu.

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

Texas Tech University Petroleum Engineering Scholarship

Amount: $ At least $1,000 for an academic year (waives out-of-state tuition charges for the academic year, including two summer sessions)

College and Major: Texas Tech University - Major in petroleum engineering

DEADLINE ! : Unknown (but it is stated that awards are made on a first-come, first-serve basis). GPISD deadline: Three days before desired mailing date

Information and requirements: Strong in math

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Good GPA, rank, and ACT/SAT scores

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

 

Texas Telephone Association Foundation (TTAF)

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any Texas college or university - Any major but particular

interest will be paid to those related to the telecommunications field such as math,

business, engineering, and computer science

DEADLINE ! : February 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: January 26, 1999

Information and requirements: U.S. citizen

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.5 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Texas Trial Lawyers Association Scholarship

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE ! : March 5, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 2, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: Yes plus a graded essay of yours from English class

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

 

Texas Women’s University Music Scholarship Auditions

Amount: $ Unknown

College and Major: Texas Women’s University - Major in music

DEADLINE ! : March 6, 1999 GPISD deadline: none

Information and requirements:

Awards are based upon performance.

A live audition is preferred, but a high-quality videotape many be mailed by March 5th.

For more information and to schedule a specific time to audition, call (940) 898-2500.

There are no applications in the Counseling Center.

 

 

The Alliance – The Mickey Leland Chapter of the Alliance of Black Telecommunications Employees, Inc. (ABTE) and the Houston Chapter of the Alliance of Black Lucent Employees (ABLE) Scholarship

Amount: $500 to $1,000

College and Major: Any college Any Major

DEADLINE! : Received by June 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 24, 1999

Information and requirements: African-American students who are U.S. citizens

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Must have at least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a

5.0 scale)

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Interview: yes

Envelope: yes

 

The Art Institute International Scholarship Competition

Amount: $Varying (full- or partial-tuition)

College and Major: The Art Institute of Houston - Major in any field of study offered by this

school

DEADLINE! : April 30, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 26, 1999

Information and requirements: Must submit drawings, slides, notebook, essay, or video

(dependent upon the area of competition)

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: Dependent upon the area of competition but a resume is required

Letters of recommendation: two (one must be from an art-related instructor or career

advisor)

Envelope: yes

 

 

The Drexel Society – North Channel Chapter Scholarship

Amount: from $750 to $1,500

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 30, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 26, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: three

Interview: yes (for finalists only)

Envelope: yes

Note: You must include a copy of your family’s 1998 tax return (family income cannot

exceed $75,000 per year) and a photo.

 

 

The Houston Scholarship

Amount: $ Unknown - full tuition - renewable for 4 years

College and Major: Washington and Lee University - Lexington, Virginia - Any major

DEADLINE ! : December 15, 1998 GPISD deadline: December 10, 1998

Information and requirements: Exemplary academic and extracurricular record

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top of class

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

Note: Contact (540) 463-8710 for more information. There are no applications in the Counseling Center.

 

The Scholar Athlete Milk Mustache of the Year Award Program (SAMMY) by the Milk Processor Education Program and USA Today

Amount: $7,500 and a trip to Washington, D. C. (in late June)

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : March 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 9, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Excel in a sport during the 98-99 school year and have a

history of academic achievement, leadership, and community service

Essay: Unknown

Letters of recommendation: Unknown but requires at least a letter of nomination

Envelope: yes

Web site: www.whymilk.com

Note: There are no applications in the Counseling Center. Call 1-800-WHY-MILK

 

The Texas Leader Scholarship

Amount: Varies

College: University of Texas in Austin Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : February 1, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 25, 2000

Information and requirements: Ethnic minority; leadership; financial need

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: yes

Envelope: yes

 

Web Site:

Phone: 1-800-594-3939

 

 

Tiffany Scholarship

Amount: $200 to $1,000 (one time only)

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : June 27, 1999 GPISD deadline: May 19, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: You must be an "average student" who has not taken any

honors classes or have not been on the honor roll but have maintained good grades

(should have a grade average of 75-89). High test scores and high rank are not

priorities.

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Note: You must include a small photo with your application.

 

 

Towering Texans of Houston Higher Standards Scholarship

Amount: $500

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 13, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 08,1999

Information and requirements: Females must be at least 5’10" and males must be 6’2"

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two (must be on the given form)

 

Interview: yes

 

Toyota Community Scholars Program

Amount: $10,000 to 20,000 (over four years)

College and Major: Any four year university or college in the U. S. - Any major

DEADLINE ! : December 01, 1999 GPISD deadline: November 12, 1999

Information and requirements: U.S. citizen, national, or permanent resident, documented

service within and outside the school, effective leader

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and at least 3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on

a 5.0 scale)

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: yes

Envelope: no

There are no formal applications. You must submit a letter of recommendation

addressing your leadership, service, and academics by Nov. 12, 1999 to be

considered by the NSSHS Scholarship Committee to be named as our school’s

nominee.

 

 

 

Tx Association of Secondary School Principals (TASSP) Academic Excellence Award

Amount: $500 and a patch for your letter jacket

College and Major: Any college - Any major

DEADLINE ! : February 19, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 16, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Good GPA, rank, and ACT or SAT score

Essay: yes (Timed writing on a specified topic)

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

Tx Department of Transportation - Conditional Grant Program (CGP)

Amount: $5,000 maximum per year ($2,500 per semester) - amount is based upon

financial need

College and Major: Any accredited four-year Texas public college or university -

Major in Civil Engineering and Computer Science with the intent to seek a bachelor's

degree

DEADLINE ! : Received by March 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 22, 1999

Information and requirements: Female or minority students

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.0 on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale) and

ACT: 21 or SAT: 850

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

UH Mexican American Alumni Association Scholarship

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: University of Houston Central Campus - Any major

DEADLINE! : April 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: April 09, 1999

Information and requirements: Hispanics only

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: one (recommended)

Envelope: yes

 

 

 

UIL Academic State Meet Scholarships / Texas Interscholastic League Foundation (TILF)

Amount: from $500 to $13,040 (from over 50 different scholarships and grants)

College and Major: Dependent upon the grant/scholarship awarded, but still must be

an accredited college or university in Texas - Any major

DEADLINE! : May 15, 1999 (do not turn in before 5/1) GPISD deadline: May 11, 1999

Information and requirements: Competed at a UIL Academic State Meet in any area

except athletics and music (see list in office)

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Preferred rank in the top 25%

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: At least one along with a principal’s statement

Envelope: yes (9"x12")

 

 

University of Aransas Alumni Association – Houston Chapter Scholarship

Amount: $4,000 ($2,000 each semester)

College and Major: University of Arkansas - Any major

DEADLINE ! : Received by February 28, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 22, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a3.0 GPA on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale)

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

University of Oklahoma Freshman Scholarships

Amount: Varies

College and Major: University of Oklahoma Major: Varies

DEADLINE ! : February 1, 2000 GPISD deadline: January 25, 2000

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Varies

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

 

Phone : 1-888-298-0890

 

 

University of Texas Ex-Students' Association - Houston Chapter Scholarship

Amount: $3,000 ($1,500 each for two years)

College and Major: University of Texas - Austin - Any major

DEADLINE ! : February 16, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 16, 1999

No later than 8:00 a. m.

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Ranked in the top 25% your class

Interview: yes - finalists only

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: one

Envelope: yes

 

University of Texas in Arlington

Amount: $ Varying

College and Major: University of Texas in Arlington Major: Varies

DEADLINE ! : Varies GPISD deadline:

Information and requirements: There are varying requirements for many different

scholarships.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least SAT: 900 or ACT: 19

Essay:

Letters of recommendation:

Envelope: yes

Website: www.uta.edu

 

 

University of Texas in Austin

Amount: $ Varying

College and Major: University of Texas in Austin - Varying majors

DEADLINE ! : Received by December 1, 1998 GPISD deadline: November 18, 1998

Information and requirements: This deadline is the only deadline for freshman scholarships. There are varying requirements for many different scholarships. In order to obtain an application call 713-796-2922 (the Houston Admissions Center).. The early admissions deadline is also December 1st.

Web site: www.utexas.edu

There are no applications in the Counseling Center.

 

University of Texas in Dallas Academic Excellence Scholarship Program

Amount: $ Unknown

College and Major: University of Texas in Dallas Various Majors

DEADLINE1!: Unknown

Information and requirements: Factors in selection include SAT/ACT scores,

class rank, grade point average, and success in Honors or Advanced Placement

classes. There are no applications Counseling Center. For more information, call

(972) 883-6708.

 

 

Upakar—The Indo-American Community Foundation Scholarship Program

Amount: $ $2,000 to $5,000

College and Major: Any Any Major

DEADLINE1!: May 15, 1999

Information and requirements: Financial need, good academic performance, U.S. citizen or

permanent resident, and parents or grandparents must have emigrated from India.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

Applications can be obtained at www.upakar.org or by calling 1-800-434-2042.

 

 

UT in Austin College of Engineering

Amount: $ Unknown

College and Major: University of Texas – Austin - Major in engineering

DEADLINE ! : February 15, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 10, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

 

 

UT in San Antonio Presidential Honors Scholarships

Amount: $1,500 (renewable for four years)

College and Major: University of Texas in San Antonio - Any major

DEADLINE ! : Received by February 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: January 25, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Top 10% and SAT: 1100 or ACT: 24

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: yes

 

Vinson and Elkins L.L.P. Scholarship Foundation Awards

Amount: $10,000 ($2,500 per year)

College and Major: Any college or university in the U. S. - Major in Criminal Justice,

Law Enforcement, or Law

DEADLINE! : March 30, 1999 GPISD deadline: March 3, 1999

Information and requirements: Five students from GPISD of Hispanic or African-American

origin from low-income families will be selected to enter the competition.

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Minimum SAT score of 1100 (or equivalent ACT

score) and be ranked in the top 20% of your class

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: two

Envelope: no

 

 

Voice of Democracy Scholarship Program

Amount: $500 to $20,000

College and Major: Any college or university - Any major

DEADLINE ! : November 1, 1998 GPISD deadline: October 22, 1998

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes (audio essay in English)

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

There are no applications in the Counseling Center.

 

 

Wal-Mart Competitive Edge Scholarship

Amount: $20,000 ($5,000 a year for four years)

College and Major: Many schools participate in this program across the nation. In Texas,

these schools include University of North Texas, Texas A&M University, Prairie View

A&M University, University of Texas at El Paso and Pan America, and Texas Tech

University. For a list of other participating schools outside of the state of Texas, contact

the Counseling Center. - You must major in a field related to industry, manufacturing, or

technology (such as engineering, computer science, industrial education or technology,

etc).

DEADLINE ! : March 1, 1999 GPISD deadline: February 23, 1999

Information and requirements:

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: Minimum score of 27 on the ACT or 1100

on the SAT, GPA of at least 3.5 on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale), and be in the

top 10% of your class

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

Web site: www.wal-mart.com

 

 

 

 

Walter D. Bellingrath and J. R. Hyde Scholarships

Amount: $94,000 (to be paid out over four years)

College and Major: Rhodes College (Memphis, Tennessee) - Any major

DEADLINE ! : December 1, 1998 GPISD deadline: November 18, 1998

Information and requirements: Nomination from teacher required

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: At least a 3.8 on a 4.0 scale (GPISD is on a 5.0 scale) and

ACT: 30 or SAT: 1350

Essay: no

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: yes

Note: There are a number of other merit-based scholarships at Rhodes College,

however these scholarships are available only to students who have been admitted to

Rhodes College by January 15, 1999.

 

 

Women and Girls’ Good Health Day Essay Contest

Amount: $1,000

College and Major: Any Major: Any

DEADLINE ! : October 8, 1999 GPISD deadline:

Information and requirements: No formal application

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements: None stated

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: no

Envelope: no

 

Phone: (713) 623-6543

 

 

Zonta International Club - Young Women in Public Affairs Award Program

Amount: $500 (district level) and $1,000 (international level)

College and Major: Any college or university - Major in a subject where

your career involves social and public policy-making, public affairs, government, or

community and volunteer organizations

DEADLINE ! : January 31, 1999 GPISD deadline: January 26, 1999

Information and requirements: Female

ACT/SAT/Rank requirements:

Essay: yes

Letters of recommendation: three

Envelope: yes

 

 

 

 

 

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College and Major: Major:

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College and Major: Major:

DEADLINE ! : GPISD deadline:

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